Easter In Real Time: Monday, the Day Jesus Wrecked Religion
Mondays already have a reputation for being tough days, but the Monday before Jesus’ death and resurrection takes the cake. He’s just coming off of the Triumphal Entry (John 12) the day before, and I would imagine that he and his crew were probably feeling good....
What Does It Mean to Be Saved? (Three Minute Theology)
Three Minute Theology is a series of blog posts, each designed to offer a quick but meaningful look at a subject related to God and faith—something you can read in just a few minutes but reflect on for much longer. Think of this as a starting point, not the...
3 Lessons for Life from Duke’s Final Four Loss to Houston
Well… that one hurt. Again. In the grand tradition of heartbreak, the 2025 Final Four matchup between the Blue Devils and the Houston Cougars gave us all the drama: hype, hope, and heartbreak. But what’s sports fandom without a little trauma, right? While Duke...
Three Lessons I’ve Learned in My First Three Years as Lead Pastor at First Christian Church
Three years ago today, Ashley and I stood onstage with our girls as I was introduced as the Lead Pastor at First Christian Church. I stepped into my role full of vision, passion, and maybe just a little bit of naivety. Or a lot. The journey has been both deeply...
The Seven Deadly Sins: What They Are and How to Beat Them (Three Minute Theology)
Three Minute Theology is a series of blog posts, each designed to offer a quick but meaningful look at a subject related to God and faith—something you can read in just a few minutes but reflect on for much longer. Think of this as a starting point, not the full...